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AZ HB2813: An Act amending sections 28-101, 28-661, 28-662, 28-663, 28-664, 28-665, 28-666, 28-907, 28-909, 28-941, 28-956, 28-957, 28-957.01, 28-966, 28-2157 a…

Enacted Arizona · 2021 session

Last verified Oct 12, 2026 · official bill text

HB2813 · where it stands

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An Act amending sections 28-101, 28-661, 28-662, 28-663, 28-664, 28-665, 28-666, 28-907, 28-909, 28-941, 28-956, 28-957, 28-957.01, 28-966, 28-2157 and 28-3315, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 28, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 31; relating to motor vehicles.

In one paragraph

Arizona's HB 2813 (Laws 2021, Ch. 117) writes autonomous vehicle rules into Title 28. It defines automated driving system, autonomous and fully autonomous vehicle (SAE level 4 or 5) and related terms. A fully autonomous vehicle may operate without a human driver once the operator gives ADOT a law enforcement interaction plan and a written compliance statement, and the automated driving system is treated as the driver while engaged. It also sets crash-reporting duties for driverless vehicles, allows on-demand autonomous networks and autonomous commercial vehicles, preempts local fees, and provides an ADOT safety enforcement process.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

AV operators must file a law enforcement interaction plan and compliance statement with ADOT before running driverless vehicles in Arizona.

Key provisions

  1. Defines automated driving system, autonomous vehicle, fully autonomous vehicle (SAE J3016 level 4 or 5), dynamic driving task and minimal risk condition (A.R.S. 28-101)
  2. Fully autonomous vehicles may operate without a human driver after submitting a law enforcement interaction plan and written statement to ADOT; ADOT may issue a cease and desist letter otherwise
  3. The automated driving system is considered the driver or operator for traffic-law purposes while engaged
  4. Owners of driverless vehicles involved in crashes must contact law enforcement and provide owner and registration information
  5. Allows on-demand autonomous vehicle networks and fully autonomous commercial motor vehicles
  6. Bars counties, cities and towns from imposing taxes, fees or other requirements on autonomous vehicles; ADOT may restrict or suspend registration over safety concerns after notice and hearing

Latest legislative action

Mar 24, 2021. Chapter 117, Laws 2021 (approved by the Governor March 24, 2021; filed with the Secretary of State March 24, 2021)

Topics and industries

Related topics

Autonomous Vehicles

Affected industries

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